How to Beat Commander Honglan in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

Commander Honglan in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers makes the Libra Boss fight in Elden Ring  or the Wandering Wight in Wukong: Black Myth look like a cakewalk. This boss in developers Leenzee’s Soulslike game is the first real “wall” you’ll hit in your playthrough. It’s no exaggeration to say that players really hate the Commander Honglan in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. Even skilled players say it took them hours to beat her.

If you’re stuck, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide on how to beat Commander Honglan in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, with all the details you need and every trick that actually works.

Where Will You Find Commander Honglan in Wuchang

You’ll find Commander Honglan in the Lotus Pond area of the Tang Palace. She’s the first boss in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers that really tests your skills. Before this, most bosses are tough but fair. Commander Honglan, though, is a huge jump in difficulty. She’s fast, she hits hard, and she doesn’t give you much time to breathe.

The Best Build for Commander Honglan

The easiest way to beat Commander Honglan is to use a Level 27 magic build. This means you don’t have to fight her up close. Instead, you dodge her attacks and hit her from a distance with spells. Some people call this “cheesing” the fight, but hey, a win is a win.

What Weapon to Use

Equip a One-Handed Sword. The best choice is the Astral Blade, but Darkfrost’s Edge is also good. Both of these swords have skills that help you survive longer.

• Astral Blade: Great for spell damage.
• Darkfrost’s Edge: Has a skill called Evasive Maneuver. This skill gives you a 5-second auto-dodge if you use it right before getting hit, as long as you’ve spent Skyborn Might. It’s like having training wheels for dodging. The downside is your spell damage won’t be as high.

How to Dodge and Build Skyborn Might

You need to get good at dodging, or “Shimmering,” as the game calls it. Commander Honglan attacks fast and usually hits three or more times in a row. The timing is tight, so you’ll need to practice. Every time you dodge, you build up Skyborn Might. With the Biding Time skill on your sword, you’ll almost always have Skyborn Might ready to use.

When Wuchang Commander Honglan backs off, that’s your chance. Use a spell to hit her from a distance. The safest time is when she lifts her leg for a stomp or when she’s circling you. Just keep dodging, building Skyborn Might, and casting spells when it’s safe.

What Spells to Use

• Burning Flames: This is the best spell for this fight. You get it by beating a bird-masked enemy at Doomwillow Beach. It does good damage and makes your character jump back, which helps you dodge.
• Infernal Flames: If you don’t have Burning Flames, use this. You get it from a fire-breathing enemy near the Shu Sanctum. It’s not as safe because you stand still longer, but it still works.

The Right Gear and Nodes

To make this strategy work, you need to boost your spell damage and sword skills. In the Impetus Repository, take as many One-Handed Sword Mastery nodes as you can. This will make your Agility and Magic damage higher.

Wear the Centipede Armor set. You get this from Tao Qing after beating the Blightweaver – Great Centipede boss. This armor helps you take less damage from slashing and stabbing, which is what Wuchang Commander Honglan does most.

If your character is built differently, don’t worry. You can respec for free in Wuchang Fallen Feathers, so you can switch to this build just for this fight.

Full List of Gear for Commander Honglan

• Weapon: Astral Blade +4 (or Darkfrost’s Edge +4)
• Armor: Centipede Armor Set
• Pendants: Jade Pendant, Luduan Pendant, Twin Infant Pendant
• Spells: Burning Flames, Infernal Flames
• Benedictions: Bu – Skyborn Ward, Ren – Skyborn Vigor, Wei – Skyborn Magic

Other Ways to Beat Wuchang Commander Honglan

If you don’t want to use magic, you can try a more direct approach. The Longsword’s counter attack can deflect her blows, letting you hit back. The Dual Blades let you parry with Clash skills. If you’re good at parrying, this can work, but it’s much harder. If you’re using spears or axes, you’re in for a rough time—Commander Honglan is not kind to those builds.

Why Does Everyone Hates Commander Honglan?

For many, this battle is ruining the whole game experience. People who were having fun and making steady progress suddenly hit a wall with Wuchang Commander Honglan. The fight feels unfair, with attacks that are too fast, combos that are hard to dodge, and a sudden demand to change your playstyle or even your entire build. Many players feel forced to respec just to have a chance, and even then, the fight can feel random and out of balance. Instead of being a fun challenge, Commander Honglan is making players frustrated, stuck, and even regret playing.

Hopefully our guide helps you get through Commander Honglan in Wuchang. For more Wuchang: Fallen Feathers content, stay tuned to RetroNoob.